2008 BMW M3 vs. 1966 Innocenti A 40
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Innocenti A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Innocenti A 40 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1966 Innocenti A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti A 40.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M3 | 1966 Innocenti A 40 | |
Make | BMW | Innocenti |
Model | M3 | A 40 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2220 mm |